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Golden Wax Bush Bean — Beans | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Golden Wax Bush Bean
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

50-55days to harvest

7-10days to germinate

Z2–11USDA zones

Easydifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Direct sow after last frost when soil reaches 60°F. Plant 1-2 inches deep in rows.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6+ hours)
Water: 1 inch per week, consistent moisture
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
Soil pH: 6.0-7.5
Spacing: 4-6 inches
Season: Warm season

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Bright golden yellow
Size: 4-5 inches long
Shape: Round, straight pods
Flavour: Mild, buttery flavor with tender, crisp texture

In the kitchen

Fresh eating, steaming, sautéing, pickling. Beautiful in mixed vegetable dishes.

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Mexican bean beetle, aphids, bean weevil, thrips
Diseases: Rust, bacterial blight, white mold, anthracnose
Resistance: Moderate resistance to bean common mosaic

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	—	—	July – August	September – August
2	—	—	June – August	September
3	—	—	June – July	August – October
4	—	—	June – July	August – October
5	—	—	May – June	August – September
6	—	—	May – June	July – September
7	—	—	April – June	July – August
8	—	—	April – May	June – August
9	—	—	March – April	May – July
10	—	—	February – April	May – June
11	—	—	January – March	April – May
12	—	—	January – March	April – May
13	—	—	January – March	April – May

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

MarigoldRepels Mexican bean beetles and aphids while attracting beneficial insects

BasilDeters aphids and bean beetles, may enhance bean flavor

CarrotsLoosens soil for bean roots and doesn't compete for nutrients

CucumberBeans fix nitrogen that cucumbers utilize, complementary root systems

NasturtiumActs as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, repels bean beetles

Summer SavoryRepels bean beetles and aphids, improves bean growth and flavor

CornBeans fix nitrogen for corn, though bush beans need less support than pole varieties

RadishQuick harvest allows beans more space, helps break up soil

Avoid

OnionsCan inhibit bean growth and nitrogen fixation through root compounds

SunflowersAllelopathic compounds can stunt bean growth and development

FennelStrong allelopathic effects inhibit bean germination and growth

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Protein (g): 1.97
Fat (g): 0.275
Carbohydrate (g): 7.41
Fibre (g): 3.01
Vitamin K (µg): 43.9
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.121
Calcium (mg): 40
Iron (mg): 0.652
Magnesium (mg): 28.2
Phosphorus (mg): 41.2
Potassium (mg): 290
Zinc (mg): 0.35

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the beans growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown Golden Wax Bush Bean?

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